SAFETY DATA SHEET

Nutrition & Biosciences (Switzerland)

GmbH
Safety Data Sheet according to Reg. (EU) No 2015/830
Product name: TEXTURECEL™ 20000 GA 07 Sodium Revision Date: 30.12.2019
Carboxymethylcellulose Version: 2.0
Date of last issue: 16.10.2018
Print Date: 02.02.2021
Nutrition & Biosciences (Switzerland) GmbH encourages and expects you to read and understand the
entire (M)SDS, as there is important information throughout the document. We expect you to follow
the precautions identified in this document unless your use conditions would necessitate other
appropriate methods or actions.

SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE

COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
1.1 Product identifier
Product name: TEXTURECEL™ 20000 GA 07 Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose

Chemical name of the substance: Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose

CASRN: 9004-32-4
REACH Registration Number: Exempt

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses: Thickener. Binder. Film former. Processing aid.

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Nutrition & Biosciences (Switzerland)
GmbH
Wolleraustrasse 15-17
8807 FREIENBACH
SWITZERLAND

Customer Information Number: +45 8943 5000

[email protected]

1.4 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER

24-Hour Emergency Contact: +(41)- 435082011
Local Emergency Contact: +(31)-858880596
The phone number of the national poisoning information center (NVIC). Intended solely to
inform professional rescuers in case of acute poisoning: +31 30 – 2748888

SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008:

Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.

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2.2 Label elements

Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008:

Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.

2.3 Other hazards

May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
This product contains no substances assessed to be PBT or vPvB at levels of 0.1% or higher.

SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1 Substances

This product is a substance.

CASRN / REACH Classification:

EC-No. / Registration Concentration Component REGULATION (EC) No
Index-No. Number 1272/2008

CASRN _ <= 100,0 % Sodium Not classified

9004-32-4 carboxymethyl
EC-No. cellulose
Polymer
Index-No.
–
If present in this product, any not classified components disclosed above for which no country specific
OEL value(s) is(are) indicated under Section 8, are being disclosed as voluntarily disclosed
components.

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice:
If potential for exposure exists refer to Section 8 for specific personal protective equipment.

Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; if effects occur, consult a physician.

Skin contact: Wash off with plenty of water.

Eye contact: Flush eyes thoroughly with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses after the
initial 1-2 minutes and continue flushing for several additional minutes. If effects occur, consult a
physician, preferably an ophthalmologist.

Ingestion: No emergency medical treatment necessary.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:

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Aside from the information found under Description of first aid measures (above) and Indication of
immediate medical attention and special treatment needed (below), any additional important
symptoms and effects are described in Section 11: Toxicology Information.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes to physician: No specific antidote. Treatment of exposure should be directed at the control of
symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient.

SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media: Water.. Dry chemical fire extinguishers.. Carbon dioxide fire
extinguishers..

Unsuitable extinguishing media: No data available

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Hazardous combustion products: During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in
addition to combustion products of varying composition which may be toxic and/or irritating. .
Combustion products may include and are not limited to:. Carbon monoxide.. Carbon dioxide..

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Do not permit dust to accumulate. When suspended
in air dust can pose an explosion hazard. Minimize ignition sources. If dust layers are
exposed to elevated temperatures, spontaneous combustion may occur. . Pneumatic
conveying and other mechanical handling operations can generate combustible dust. To
reduce the potential for dust explosions, electrically bond and ground equipment and do not
permit dust to accumulate. Dust can be ignited by static discharge. .

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Fire Fighting Procedures: Keep people away. Isolate fire and deny unnecessary entry. .
Soak thoroughly with water to cool and prevent re-ignition.. Cool surroundings with water to
localize fire zone.. Hand held dry chemical or carbon dioxide extinguishers may be used for
small fires.. Dust explosion hazard may result from forceful application of fire extinguishing
agents..

Special protective equipment for firefighters: Wear positive-pressure self-contained

breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective fire fighting clothing (includes fire fighting helmet,
coat, trousers, boots, and gloves).. If protective equipment is not available or not used, fight
fire from a protected location or safe distance..

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Isolate area. Keep
unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering the area. Spilled material may cause a slipping
hazard. Use appropriate safety equipment. For additional information, refer to Section 8, Exposure
Controls and Personal Protection.

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6.2 Environmental precautions: Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways and/or
groundwater. See Section 12, Ecological Information.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Contain spilled material if possible.
Sweep up. Use care to minimize generation of airborne dust. Do not use water for cleanup. Collect
in suitable and properly labeled containers. See Section 13, Disposal Considerations, for additional
information.

6.4 Reference to other sections: References to other sections, if applicable, have been provided in
the previous sub-sections.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for safe handling: Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep
away from heat, sparks and flame. No smoking, open flames or sources of ignition in handling and
storage area. Electrically ground and bond all equipment. Good housekeeping and controlling of
dusts are necessary for safe handling of product. Pneumatic conveying and other mechanical
handling operations can generate combustible dust. To reduce the potential for dust explosions,
electrically bond and ground equipment and do not permit dust to accumulate. Dust can be ignited by
static discharge. See Section 8, EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Keep in a dry place. Store
indoors. Store in a closed container. Store away from sources of heat or ignition. See Section 10 for
more specific information.

7.3 Specific end use(s): See the technical data sheet on this product for further information.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Control parameters
If exposure limits exist, they are listed below. If no exposure limits are displayed, then no values are
applicable.

8.2 Exposure controls

Engineering controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain
airborne levels below exposure limit requirements or guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure
limit requirements or guidelines, general ventilation should be sufficient for most operations. Local
exhaust ventilation may be necessary for some operations.

Individual protection measures

Eye/face protection: Use safety glasses (with side shields). Safety glasses (with side shields) should
be consistent with EN 166 or equivalent.
Skin protection
Hand protection: Chemical protective gloves should not be needed when handling this material.
Consistent with general hygienic practice for any material, skin contact should be minimized.
Other protection: No precautions other than clean body-covering clothing should be needed.
Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection should be worn when there is a potential to exceed
the exposure limit requirements or guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure limit requirements or
guidelines, wear respiratory protection when adverse effects, such as respiratory irritation or

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discomfort have been experienced, or where indicated by your risk assessment process. In dusty or
misty atmospheres, use an approved particulate respirator.
Use the following CE approved air-purifying respirator: Particulate filter, type P2 (meeting standard
EN 143).

Environmental exposure controls

See SECTION 7: Handling and storage and SECTION 13: Disposal considerations for measures to
prevent excessive environmental exposure during use and waste disposal.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Physical state Powder or granules
Color White to off-white
Odor Odorless
Odor Threshold Odorless
pH Not applicable
Melting point/range No test data available
Freezing point Not applicable
Boiling point (760 mmHg) Not applicable
Flash point closed cup No test data available
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate Not applicable
= 1)
Flammability (solid, gas) May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
Lower explosion limit No test data available
Upper explosion limit No test data available
Vapor Pressure Not applicable
Relative Vapor Density (air = 1) Not applicable
Relative Density (water = 1) No test data available
Water solubility soluble
Partition coefficient: n- No data available
octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature Decomposes
Decomposition temperature >200 °C Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
Kinematic Viscosity Not applicable
Explosive properties Not impact sensitive.
Oxidizing properties No data available

9.2 Other information

Molecular weight No data available

NOTE: The physical data presented above are typical values and should not be construed as a
specification.

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SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Reactivity: No data available

10.2 Chemical stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions. See Storage, Section 7.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions: Polymerization will not occur.

10.4 Conditions to avoid: Avoid temperatures above 130 °C

Exposure to elevated temperatures can cause product to decompose. Avoid static discharge.

10.5 Incompatible materials: Avoid contact with oxidizing materials. Avoid contact with: Strong
acids. Strong bases.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products: Decomposition products depend upon temperature, air
supply and the presence of other materials..

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicological information appears in this section when such data is available.

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity
Acute oral toxicity
Very low toxicity if swallowed. Swallowing may result in gastrointestinal irritation. May cause
nausea and vomiting. May cause abdominal discomfort or diarrhea.

For the major component(s):

LD50, Rat, 15 000 - 27 000 mg/kg

Acute dermal toxicity

Prolonged skin contact is unlikely to result in absorption of harmful amounts.

LD50, Rabbit, > 2 000 mg/kg

Acute inhalation toxicity

Dust may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract (nose and throat). For narcotic effects: No
relevant data found.

LC50, Rat, 4 Hour, dust/mist, > 5,8 mg/l

Skin corrosion/irritation
Prolonged contact is essentially nonirritating to skin.

Serious eye damage/eye irritation

May cause slight eye irritation.

Sensitization
Did not cause allergic skin reactions when tested in guinea pigs.

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For respiratory sensitization:

No relevant data found.

Specific Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (Single Exposure)

Evaluation of available data suggests that this material is not an STOT-SE toxicant.

Specific Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (Repeated Exposure)

Based on available data, repeated exposures are not anticipated to cause significant adverse effects.

Carcinogenicity
Contains component(s) which did not cause cancer in laboratory animals.

Teratogenicity
Contains component(s) which did not cause birth defects or any other fetal effects in lab animals.

Reproductive toxicity
Contains component(s) which did not interfere with reproduction in animal studies.

Mutagenicity
Contains a component(s) which were negative in in vitro genetic toxicity studies.

Aspiration Hazard
Based on physical properties, not likely to be an aspiration hazard.

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicological information appears in this section when such data is available.

12.1 Toxicity

Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose

Acute toxicity to fish
Material is not classified as dangerous to aquatic organisms.
LC50, Danio rerio (zebra fish), static test, 96 Hour, 1 414 mg/l, OECD Test Guideline 203
LC50, Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill sunfish), 96 Hour, > 100 - 1 000 mg/l, OECD Test
Guideline 203

Acute toxicity to aquatic invertebrates

EC50, Daphnia magna (Water flea), static test, 48 Hour, 1 414 mg/l, OECD Test Guideline
202

Acute toxicity to algae/aquatic plants

ErC50, Selenastrum capricornutum (green algae), 96 Hour, Growth rate inhibition, > 500 mg/l,
OECD Test Guideline 201
NOEC, Selenastrum capricornutum (green algae), 96 Hour, Growth rate inhibition, > 500 mg/l,
OECD Test Guideline 201

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose

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Biodegradability: Material is not readily biodegradable according to OECD/EEC guidelines.

10-day Window: Fail
Biodegradation: 0 %
Exposure time: 28 d
Method: OECD Test Guideline 301E or Equivalent

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulation: No test data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose

No relevant data found.

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose

This substance has not been assessed for persistence, bioaccumulation and toxicity (PBT).

12.6 Other adverse effects

Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose

This substance is not on the Montreal Protocol list of substances that deplete the ozone layer.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Any disposal practice must be in compliance with all local and national laws and regulations. Do not
dump into any sewers, on the ground, or into any body of water.

The definitive assignment of this material to the appropriate EWC group and thus its proper EWC code
will depend on the use that is made of this material. Contact the authorized waste disposal services.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Classification for ROAD and Rail transport (ADR/RID):

14.1 UN number Not applicable
14.2 UN proper shipping name Not regulated for transport
14.3 Transport hazard class(es) Not applicable
14.4 Packing group Not applicable
14.5 Environmental hazards Not considered environmentally hazardous based on
available data.
14.6 Special precautions for user No data available.

Classification for SEA transport (IMO-IMDG):

14.1 UN number Not applicable

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14.2 UN proper shipping name Not regulated for transport

14.3 Transport hazard class(es) Not applicable
14.4 Packing group Not applicable
14.5 Environmental hazards Not considered as marine pollutant based on available data.
14.6 Special precautions for user No data available.
14.7 Transport in bulk according
to Annex I or II of MARPOL
Consult IMO regulations before transporting ocean bulk
73/78 and the IBC or IGC
Code

Classification for AIR transport (IATA/ICAO):

14.1 UN number Not applicable
14.2 UN proper shipping name Not regulated for transport
14.3 Transport hazard class(es) Not applicable
14.4 Packing group Not applicable
14.5 Environmental hazards Not applicable
14.6 Special precautions for user No data available.

This information is not intended to convey all specific regulatory or operational

requirements/information relating to this product. Transportation classifications may vary by container
volume and may be influenced by regional or country variations in regulations. Additional
transportation system information can be obtained through an authorized sales or customer service
representative. It is the responsibility of the transporting organization to follow all applicable laws,
regulations and rules relating to the transportation of the material.

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or
mixture

REACh Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006

Polymers are exempted from registration under REACH. All relevant starting materials and additives
have been either registered, or are exempt from registration according to Regulation (EC) No.
1907/2006 (REACH)., The aforementioned indications of the REACH registration status are provided
in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the effective date shown above. However, no warranty,
express or implied, is given. It is the buyer´s/user´s responsibility to ensure that his/her understanding
of the regulatory status of this product is correct.

Seveso III: Directive 2012/18/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on the control
of major-accident hazards involving dangerous substances.
Listed in Regulation: Not applicable

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ABM (Algemene Beoordelingsmethodiek): Please contact our product stewardship specialist via the
Customer Information contact details in Section 1 for information on the assessment of substances
and preparations within the context of the implementation of the water discharge policy.

15.2 Chemical safety assessment

No Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out for this substance/mixture.

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION

Product Literature
Additional information on this and other products we offer may be obtained by contacting us. Ask for a
product information brochure or data on how to access our website.

Revision
Identification Number: 12700056 / A715 / Issue Date: 30.12.2019 / Version: 2.0
Most recent revision(s) are noted by the bold, double bars in left-hand margin throughout this
document.

Full text of other abbreviations

ADN - European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Inland
Waterways; ADR - European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods
by Road; AICS - Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances; ASTM - American Society for the
Testing of Materials; bw - Body weight; CLP - Classification Labelling Packaging Regulation;
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008; CMR - Carcinogen, Mutagen or Reproductive Toxicant; DIN -
Standard of the German Institute for Standardisation; DSL - Domestic Substances List (Canada);
ECHA - European Chemicals Agency; EC-Number - European Community number; ECx -
Concentration associated with x% response; ELx - Loading rate associated with x% response; EmS -
Emergency Schedule; ENCS - Existing and New Chemical Substances (Japan); ErCx - Concentration
associated with x% growth rate response; GHS - Globally Harmonized System; GLP - Good
Laboratory Practice; IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer; IATA - International Air
Transport Association; IBC - International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying
Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk; IC50 - Half maximal inhibitory concentration; ICAO - International Civil
Aviation Organization; IECSC - Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances in China; IMDG -
International Maritime Dangerous Goods; IMO - International Maritime Organization; ISHL - Industrial
Safety and Health Law (Japan); ISO - International Organisation for Standardization; KECI - Korea
Existing Chemicals Inventory; LC50 - Lethal Concentration to 50 % of a test population; LD50 - Lethal
Dose to 50% of a test population (Median Lethal Dose); MARPOL - International Convention for the
Prevention of Pollution from Ships; n.o.s. - Not Otherwise Specified; NO(A)EC - No Observed
(Adverse) Effect Concentration; NO(A)EL - No Observed (Adverse) Effect Level; NOELR - No
Observable Effect Loading Rate; NZIoC - New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals; OECD - Organization
for Economic Co-operation and Development; OPPTS - Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution
Prevention; PBT - Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic substance; PICCS - Philippines Inventory of
Chemicals and Chemical Substances; (Q)SAR - (Quantitative) Structure Activity Relationship; REACH
- Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning the
Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals; RID - Regulations concerning the
International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail; SADT - Self-Accelerating Decomposition
Temperature; SDS - Safety Data Sheet; SVHC - Substance of Very High Concern; TCSI - Taiwan
Chemical Substance Inventory; TRGS - Technical Rule for Hazardous Substances; TSCA - Toxic

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Substances Control Act (United States); UN - United Nations; vPvB - Very Persistent and Very
Bioaccumulative

Information Source and References

This SDS is prepared by Product Regulatory Services and Hazard Communications Groups from
information supplied by internal references within our company.

Nutrition & Biosciences (Switzerland) GmbH urges each customer or recipient of this (M)SDS to study
it carefully and consult appropriate expertise, as necessary or appropriate, to become aware of and
understand the data contained in this (M)SDS and any hazards associated with the product. The
information herein is provided in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the effective date shown
above. However, no warranty, express or implied, is given. Regulatory requirements are subject to
change and may differ between various locations. It is the buyer's/user's responsibility to ensure that
his activities comply with all federal, state, provincial or local laws. The information presented here
pertains only to the product as shipped. Since conditions for use of the product are not under the
control of the manufacturer, it is the buyer's/user's duty to determine the conditions necessary for the
safe use of this product. Due to the proliferation of sources for information such as manufacturer-
specific (M)SDSs, we are not and cannot be responsible for (M)SDSs obtained from any source other
than ourselves. If you have obtained an (M)SDS from another source or if you are not sure that the
(M)SDS you have is current, please contact us for the most current version.
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